I'm Slavina Faist, a communications specialist based in Opfikon, Switzerland. I lead internal and external communications, crisis management, and brand governance for diverse organizations, translating complex updates into clear, compliant messaging. I enjoy collaborating across departments to align strategy, operations, and messaging, while keeping families, partners, and regulators informed with timely and trustworthy communications. I hold an MSc in Public Relations and Strategic Communication and a MA in Media and Journalism, and I’m fluent in Bulgarian, English, and German. I’m passionate about turning data and feedback into compelling narratives, shaping brand voice, and delivering practical communications that support growth and risk management. In my free time, I enjoy public speaking and client-focused storytelling, and I’m exploring opportunities to deepen my expertise through ongoing study and independent consulting.

Slavina Faist

I'm Slavina Faist, a communications specialist based in Opfikon, Switzerland. I lead internal and external communications, crisis management, and brand governance for diverse organizations, translating complex updates into clear, compliant messaging. I enjoy collaborating across departments to align strategy, operations, and messaging, while keeping families, partners, and regulators informed with timely and trustworthy communications. I hold an MSc in Public Relations and Strategic Communication and a MA in Media and Journalism, and I’m fluent in Bulgarian, English, and German. I’m passionate about turning data and feedback into compelling narratives, shaping brand voice, and delivering practical communications that support growth and risk management. In my free time, I enjoy public speaking and client-focused storytelling, and I’m exploring opportunities to deepen my expertise through ongoing study and independent consulting.

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I’m Slavina Faist, a communications specialist based in Opfikon, Switzerland. I lead internal and external communications, crisis management, and brand governance for diverse organizations, translating complex updates into clear, compliant messaging. I enjoy collaborating across departments to align strategy, operations, and messaging, while keeping families, partners, and regulators informed with timely and trustworthy communications.

I hold an MSc in Public Relations and Strategic Communication and a MA in Media and Journalism, and I’m fluent in Bulgarian, English, and German. I’m passionate about turning data and feedback into compelling narratives, shaping brand voice, and delivering practical communications that support growth and risk management. In my free time, I enjoy public speaking and client-focused storytelling, and I’m exploring opportunities to deepen my expertise through ongoing study and independent consulting.

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Language

Bulgarian
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Fluent

Work Experience

Communications specialist at Gemeinsam wachsen AG
April 1, 2024 - Present
Lead end-to-end internal and external communications strategies across six daycare centers, ensuring consistent brand voice, regulatory alignment, and risk-aware messaging. Manage crisis and safety communications; establish incident briefing processes, maintain high trust among families and regulators. Coordinate cross-functional teams (HR, Operations, Marketing, IT) to translate complex updates into clear, actionable communications. Oversee brand messaging and governance across newsletters, and events; reduce external messaging variance and strengthen brand integrity.
Media and Communications at International Retail and Manufactory Advisory Services
April 1, 2022 - April 1, 2024
Media relations and messaging. Content strategy and execution. Crisis and reputation management.
Business Development at Volando GmbH
August 1, 2017 - April 1, 2022
Identified and evaluated new market opportunities. Crafted investor/partner materials. Analyzed market data and user feedback.

Education

MSc in Public Relations and Strategic Communication at University of Stirling
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
MA in Media and Journalism at Sofia University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2010

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education